As the official development partner of the INEOS Grenadier 4x4, HALO has been collaborating with the Grenadier engineering team since 2019. Using our insights from operating in some of the most challenging environments on the planet, we are helping shape the #BuiltOnPurpose, rugged and dependable off-roader.
In September, it was time to put the Grenadier prototype through its paces as it visited an active HALO programme in Kosovo.We tested the Grenadier through the mountains to the minefields—where our teams are working to clear the landmines and cluster munitions that threaten lives and livelihoods.
Watch: The Grenadier
x HALO Kosovo Part 1
Partnering to go where others fear to travel
"The INEOS Automotive relationship with HALO has been about learning how they operate, what they need from a vehicle and their input into what we’ve done and our engineering practices as to how we’ve developed that vehicle."
Steve Graham, Head of Aftersales, INEOS Automotive
HALO has worked in Kosovo since 1999. Today the majority of our operations take place in the mountains along the Albanian border. The land here is a vital source of income for local families. They use it to graze livestock and collect firewood to survive the harsh winter months but the presence of landmines and cluster munitions poses a lethal threat.
The high altitudes and rocky terrain present a constant challenge—the perfect testing ground for the Grenadier.
The Grenadier on test:
Total altitude: 4,490 m
Off road: 50%
Terrain: rock, road, gravel, mud
"The challenges in the terrain in Kosovo are two-fold: from on-road to off-road, muddy roads to rocky terrain, heavily rutted and snowy conditions."
Paul Bradford, Global Fleet Manager, HALO
Built on Purpose
The HALO team was excited to see the Grenadier's capabilities as it was put through its paces, taking on routes that are impassable with some of our current fleet.
"The Grenadier showed some great colours. Its on-road driving was very smooth and very controlled and then it effortlessly moved into the off-road role. It’s clear that the Grenadier would be up for every terrain we operate in now and in the future."
Paul Bradford, Global Fleet Manager, HALO
Saving lives
From Kosovo to Colombia, Afghanistan to Iraq, the ability to reach remote locations or travel across difficult terrain is fundamental to our work. We need to know we have a reliable vehicle fleet to get the job done. It is therefore extremely valuable for HALO to be part of the testing programme for the Grenadier 4x4.
"Until now, we’ve faced extremely high difficulties, because we didn’t feel safe to even walk in our own private gardens. I found a mine right here behind me. I feel extremely happy when I see demining units clearing our fields. There’s no better pleasure than walking fearless once again in our fields and mountains."
Shaban Mataj, Poberxhe, Kosovo
Inside Grenadier
Learn more about the #BuiltOnPurpose 4x4 Grenadier, designed to get the job done.